2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | LeMans | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
